I like the modification. but I wonder it might have been easier to use a removable pin secured with a cotter pit. Yes, another part to lose, but it does handle the ramp shifting and eliminates the welding work.
I have a power Kraft towable so far 75 foot water line and 250 feet of leach lines a burn pit several other projects love mine I am 92 and it is so easy to use.
Great video. Just ordered mine from HF and before it arrives I wanted to find someone who has owned one for more than a year like yourself who could shed some light on important mods that may need doing from the get go. Really appreciate the feedback.
It's also cheaper to make the part out of hollow round stock and welding a cap on the end than machining an end cap out of solid round bar stock, or not.
Heck no , of it works with a pin in it just leave it and save the money. If you already have a welder and enjoy it like myself I might take the time to reweld it just for fun unless it keeps breaking them I would just leave it. Thanks for the video.
I think they welded the end caps to make it easier to install the cotter pins. I don't think the pins needed replacement or it would hurt to run with the old pins as long as the cotter pins are in place.
Great point about the cotter key actually keeps the whole pin together. A thought I've had about doing to mine... Drilling a small centered bore hole through the pin and only halfway into the pin, then drill the same size hole at the center point of the pin, but only drill it halfway through to where it will meet up with centered bore hole. Then tap the centered bore hole just enough to thread in a grease fitting into it. Being able to grease the pin that way will allow the grease to thoroughly lubricate the moving parts of the pin. And, it will make it way easier to grease that joint because it sure is aggravating to reach the grease fitting through the joint at the top of the boom. And, I love your new parts washer. 😂
I replaced all three of my main pins. I just re-welded my old pins for backup. If you’ve seen any of my older videos, I broke multiple pins because my hydraulic ram was egg shaped inside. Enjoy your videos!
LOL…every time I watch one of your videos, I chuckle a lot. You have such a way of presenting, and that voice? It’s great! The new “invention” of the “parts washer” cinched it for me. 😂So many times it puts me in mind of Mr. Haney, from the old Green Acres tv show. (He, and Hank Kimball were my favorites!😂) If they’d ever do a remake of the show, you could be the new Haney-I think you could do it…LOL 😅 l love your videos on the trencher-always good information, suggestions, questions, etc. If…I can ever get caught up with so many other things I’m having to work on, I’ll be looking to make some of your improvements to mine…looking forward to more. 😊
I don't see why the welds are necessary other than keys coming out. Replace the keys every year or two. I like latch pins myself but cotter pins come out harder and are very hard steel. Haven't had one come loose but I will watch for them every startup.
I bought this safe from my uncle years ago and have been trying to find the serial number on it. Does yours have a label located anywhere? Also, what kind of batteries does it take?
On any heavy-duty equipment, grease all fittings at the end of the job or at the end of the day while everything is still warm. To force all the accumulated water, dirt, and grit out of the joint or bearing and to do a good grease job. You don't need to force a lot of grease out, just enough to see clean grease. Wipe excess off with a rag, it will hold the dirt and grit you want to get rid of.
I've been a fan of these machines for a long time but I've never been able to justify buying one. I enjoyed your video very much! The RU-vid machine suggested your video for me tonight and I subscribed. I like your style and wish I could give you more than one thumbs up.
I'msorry you "lost" the video. That's a bummer; for both of us. I would have liked to see a guy wrestling with all those pins and joints. I put my trencher together by myself, and it took a fair amount of both strength and ingenuity. I would have liked to see a potentially, better way of manipulating everything. At any rate, this is a good video. Thanks for sharing it.
And the Oscar award goes to Henry for all his informative and interesting videos. Keep up the great work for all us hf trencher owners. I also ordered pins and thought 3 would be good, replace 1 and 2 for spares. Well I got 6 new pins. You are right, it's a great little machine. Have a great day
I later realized the pins with broken welds couldn't spin independently because of cotter pins!🤣 Also the other video was "corrupted", according to my computer.😁
@@beardedprepper8606 I'm going to try. Thing is, I can't tell any difference with the new pins. Not sure it even matters. The pin stays together even when broken. No where for it to go. LOL
Put a bigger hydraulic pump on it and it’s faster and better… but I have a design that will keep the front on the ground and less of a chance of it coming up… but I’m not telling you my design…
Poor man’s backhoe …. The only reason I would buy one is to mount it to a tractor and skip the 7-10,000 dollar one for the tractor… just upgrade what you need to mount and use it on a tractor will still be cheaper than buying 7-10 grand for one…
I will never own another tractor mounted one. I like it being on it's own. I can take it places that a tractor would turn over or not fit. It works perfect for my needs, if it doesn't fit your needs then I suggest you not get one.
From what I hear they are selling faster than they can keep them in stock. I know some people have called and were able to get one even when it said unavailable. Good luck and keep me posted.
Great job Henry, it looks so peaceful nestled in there. I know first hand what the hf trenches will do. I wish I could post the pics of the size of the stumps I have removed. All of your videos convinced me to buy one 3 years ago and I have no regrets. Enjoy your wife and grandkids, you definitely earned it. As always have a great day
The way it's built, it would take a lot of modification to mount it on a tractor. Would be cheaper to buy a three point backhoe. I like this better thou, less wear on tractor.
